Superstar (Store Manager) - Oakbrook Center
Location: US, IL, Oak Brook
Department: Retail
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Industry: Retail
Function: Management

Company profile:
Ready to let your star shine? Discover the career you’ve been dreaming about at AvaStars where… The Star Inside is YOU! At AvaStars, we’re dedicated to making dreams come true and creating entertainment retail that is highly personalized and aspirational. We’re currently looking for “A” players to capitalize on this once in a lifetime opportunity. Our senior leadership team is known for the success of Mattel, Pokemon, Build-A-Bear Workshop, LeapFrog and Waterbabies. Join us by getting in on the “ground floor” in the development and implementation of the “next big thing” destined to change the face of retail and the way children play. AvaStars is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse environment.#URL_77edd0eb5baaf205d0de93d32fc2471370b249e83cdfaacc8c0a5f00c51b8e15#

Job description:
Ready to let your star shine? Discover the career you’ve been dreaming about at AvaStars where…The Star Inside is YOU! At AvaStars, we’re dedicated to making dreams come true and creating entertainment retail that is highly personalized and aspirational. We’re currently looking for “A” players to capitalize on this once in a lifetime opportunity. Our senior leadership team is known for the success of Mattel, Pokemon, Build-A-Bear Workshop, LeapFrog and Waterbabies. Join us by getting in on the “ground floor” in the development and implementation of the “next big thing” destined to change the face of retail and the way children play.We’re currently looking for a Full-Time Superstar (Store Manager) who’s inspirational, entrepreneurial, and dynamic to lead our team at the Oak Brook Center.Our Superstars enjoy …Bringing the vision of the company to life.Creating engaging and memorable guest experiences for children and families, not just selling products.Using their entrepreneurial spirit and thinking like a successful business owner.Being flexible self-starters that can make great things happen with little guidance.Using technology.Creating a fun work environment for themselves and their team. A day in the life of a Superstar includes … Keeping the AvaStarShip humming, which includes daily operations, opening and closing procedures, the customer experience, and directing the activities of the team.Hiring, developing, and retaining star talent.Creating and delivering stellar guest experiences.Inspiring team members to unleash their full potential.Leading the team to reach for the stars in terms of business goals and performance.Managing expense control including payroll, timekeeping and supplies.Maintaining a unique team culture where the management team provides inspiration, feedback, coaching, development and recognition.

Requirements:
Our Superstars possess … 3-5 years management experience in an interactive retail environment.College degree (preferred).Professional sales development and strong interpersonal skills.Proven leadership qualities, including the ability to effectively communicate with team members and guests.Ability to analyze business and selling reports, identify trends, and change course as needed.Comfortable with making decisions and keeping the peace within a team environment.Intermediate computer skills and a high comfort level with technology.

Benefits:
The perks of being a Superstar:We care about the health and well-being of our team and offer a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, company paid holidays and an amazing product discount.